Responding to USAID Cuts with Community at Heart
When news of USAID funding cuts reached us, HealthEd Connect immediately considered the impact on the communities we serve in Africa and Nepal. Guided by our mission to empower women and children through health, education, and advocacy, we took action.
Listening First
We surveyed our community health volunteers and nurse partners in Malawi, Zambia, the DRC, and Nepal. Their message was clear: access to life-saving healthcare and essential services are no longer available in many areas.
A recent study by The Lancet estimates that over 14 million people—including 4.5 million children under five—could die from preventable causes in the next five years due to these funding cuts.
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Our Two-Pronged Response
Emergency Support
We sent additional funding to address urgent health needs in our partner communities. We will also provide increased prevention education and supplies.Stronger Advocacy
We joined the Global Health Council to amplify our voice and collaborate with others advocating for global health and education.
How You Can Help
💸 Donate now to help us provide life-saving supplies and education.
📞 Contact your legislators to express your concern about the devastating impact of USAID cuts.
📢 Raise your voice with us in support of global health equity.
Though we are small, we are mighty.
Thank you for standing with us.